Humidifiers: the Unexpected Comfort Provider

Posted August 26, 2015

Considering adding a humidifier to your Brandon home when you’re currently trying to escape the humidity outdoors this summer may seem like the last thing you want to do. However, truly the best time to determine how to be sure your indoor air quality is healthy and comfortable when the air gets drier this fall and winter.

Some people don’t realize it, but the comfort of your indoor air has a lot to do with humidity levels. For instance, when it’s very humid in Brandon, you’ll notice more people complaining about how unpleasant it is outside. Air that is too dry can also cause discomfort, like dry skin, a scratchy throat and annoying shocks from static electricity. Dry air can even boost your likelihood of catching a cold or picking up a respiratory illness because it dries out your protective mucous membranes.

Dry air can also cause problems your home in addition to your body. You may see wood floors or furniture splitting or warping. You could also experience peeling wallpaper and gaps in your baseboards and other molding.

The good news is that it’s easy to manage the humidity level in your home with a humidifier. A humidifier has the potential to help you decrease your energy costs in the winter because drier air feels colder and may cause you to turn up your heat. The right humidity levels can make your home feel warmer at a lower temperature. Adjusting your thermostat even a few degrees can add up to savings on your utility bill.

While you may have thought you could only control your indoor air quality with ventilation, air filtration or air purification, now you know how big of a role humidity plays in your home comfort. Call Brandon Heating and Plumbing a call at 204-728-0180 to find out which indoor air quality equipment would be best to keep your home comfort at optimum levels.

Brandon Heating and Plumbing has long-lasting, trustworthy HVAC systems, and provides superior service and quality for customers in the Brandon area. We pride ourselves on being well-trained on all HVAC products, so you can be confident in your results. Our qualified professionals can give you the help you need, whether it be installing a brand-new HVAC system, or performing maintenance on your current system. Your home comfort is our top priority! We’re available to help with all of your HVAC needs or questions, so call our team at 204-728-0180 or arrange an appointment with us online.